1969 Race Dart w/ 426 Hemi- garaged for 45+ years

I don't know replicaracer43, but, I can certainly attest to people being surprised at a bill. It's happened more than once to me. Customer brings in a project. Wants A, B, C, done. Then there's the "while you're at its". Those are what adds up. "Quick a Minute" stuff. Not to mention, today's dollars are not five years ago dollars. Parts are more expensive. Labor rates have to go up to cover costs. It's a frickin mess. I hope everything turns out for both parties. The customer has a kick *** Hemi Dart that could have easily been fucked over by many incompetent shops. Hopefully replicar comes out alright.